Your Consumer Protection Lawyers
New York City Consumer Protection Attorneys
The lawyers at German Rubenstein LLP represent individuals and groups of consumers against companies engaging in fraudulent, deceptive, or unfair business practices. The law requires that businesses to tell the truth, and our consumer protection attorneys enforce it. We sue to stop consumer abuse and to compensate you for injuries and losses caused by dishonest and illegal business conduct.
Consumer protection laws protect consumers from fraudulent business practices, defective products, and dangerous goods and services. Consumer protection lawyers play an important role in a reliable market economy and helping to keep businesses honest.
What to do if You Have Suffered as a Result of Abusive Business Practices
- Make A Report · Call the business and make a report.
- Take Photographs · If you are able, take pictures of any evidence supporting your claim of dishonest business practices. You must preserve these pictures and provide copies to your attorneys.
- Save the Product, Package, and Label · Saving the product, packaging, recording, call, text, or email log, and label of any product or contact with the business abuser can help establish your claim.
- Witness Information · If there are witnesses, make sure to get their name and contact information.
- Call an Attorney · German Rubenstein LLP has experience navigating If claims of consumer fraud and abuse and can help victims get justice. Call us at 212-704-2020 for a free consultation.
How We Handle Consumer Protection Cases
German Rubenstein LLP Civil Rights attorneys will:
- Investigate your claim to determine if a business violated the law through deceptive or dishonest practices
- Gather and review all evidence related to your claim
- Consult with experts
- Litigate on your behalf to obtain the best possible outcome
- Negotiate to try to reach a settlement
- Try your case to verdict if a settlement cannot be reached
Common Questions About Consumer Protection Lawsuits
What are Common Types of Consumer Protection Cases?
- False Advertising
- Mislabeling and Deceptive Labeling of Products
- Insurance Fraud
- Fraudulent Billing
- Corporate Malfeasance
- Bank Fraud Disputes
- Fair Credit Reporting
- Fair Debt Collection
- Warranty Breaches and Violations
- Data Breach
- Lemon Law
What are the Common Injuries from Consumer Protection Cases?
- Losses due to fraud, including fraudulent billing
- Hidden or excessive fees
- False information of your credit report
- Harassment by debt collectors
How Much is My Case Worth?
Compensation largely depends on the nature and severity of the victim’s injuries and damages. Our nationwide consumer protection attorneys represent victims, demanding compensation for:
- Financial losses from fraud and deceptive business practices
- Financial losses from insurance fraud
- Medical expenses
- Losses from warranty breaches
- Punitive damages
How Long Do I Have To Bring a Lawsuit?
The Statute of Limitations is the legal time frame within which you must file a lawsuit related to a specific event. If you wait too long to contact a lawyer, you may lose your right to sue due to the statute of limitations expiring. If you think you might have a legal claim, it is crucial to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible to assess your situation and determine the best course of action.
No Recovery, No Fee.
If you don’t win, we don’t get paid.
Contact the attorneys at German Rubenstein LLP today for a free consultation: (212) 704-2020.
Case Results
$225,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
The suit sought compensation for extensive damage Exxon caused to natural resources.
$2,125,000
Construction Accidents
$2.1M for plumber injured by debris at school site; knee surgeries after construction fall.
$103,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Lead & arsenic contamination from old smelter leads to Carteret NJ homeowner settlement.
$2,000,000
Trip & Fall
Airline worker wins $2M after pilot’s door push led to neck & shoulder surgeries.
$1,500,000
Car Accidents
Union worker hit by drunk driver wins $1.5M for shoulder, neck & knee injuries.
$5,500,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Settlement for Missouri residents whose water was polluted with trihalomethanes.
$600,000
Trip & Fall
Hotel guest wins $600K settlement after tripping over defective dresser.
$19,500,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Defendants to fund city drinking water for desert town after well contamination.
$1,500,000
Car Accidents
Bus matron gets $1.5M after NYC sweeper crash led to spinal fusion surgery.
$750,000
Car Accidents
Driver gets $750K after school bus crash caused herniated discs, spinal surgery.
$9,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Settlement for Dayton, OH residents over Behr Superfund site vapor intrusion.
$650,000
Car Accidents
Driver wins $650K after bus rear-end crash despite defense claim of prior injuries.
$10,017,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Honeywell settles over chromium waste disposal in Jersey City, NJ.
$2,250,000
Slip & Fall
NYC teacher needs surgery after slip on wet school floor hurts neck & back.
$2,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
$2M recovered for homeowners over property damage from smelter emissions.
$500,000
Slip & Fall
NYC man needs surgery for quad tear after fall on defective building stairs.
$1,250,000
Truck Accidents
Trucker wins $1.25M after box truck rear-end crash led to spinal fusion surgery.
$500,000
Consumer Protection
Woman gets $500K settlement after fertility clinic’s improper embryo transport.
$550,000
Slip & Fall
Man wins $550K for brain injury from slip on poorly cleared snow at NYC rec center.
$5,000,000
Environmental – Toxic Torts
Property owners say PPG responsible for hexavalent chromium waste deposits.
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New York, NY 10036
Phone: 212.704.2020
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